$59 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Top places to visit in South Africa

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Cape Town

Cheap flights to South Africa from $59 One Way, $117 Round Trip

$117 return flights and $59 one-way flights to South Africa were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Jan 26

JNB

Johannesburg

CPT

Cape Town

$117

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10

JNB

Johannesburg

DUR

Durban

$145

Roundtrip

just found

Thu, Jul 23 - Thu, Jul 30

JNB

Johannesburg

ELS

East London

$159

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 11

JNB

Johannesburg

BFN

Bloemfontein

$183

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24

JNB

Johannesburg

PLZ

Gqeberha

$184

Roundtrip

found 16 hours ago

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 10

JNB

Johannesburg

GRJ

George

$199

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

JFK

New York

CPT

Cape Town

$1,154

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 4

JFK

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,162

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 18

EWR

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,206

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

EWR

New York

CPT

Cape Town

$1,258

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Sep 18

JFK

New York

PLZ

Gqeberha

$1,370

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7

JFK

New York

DUR

Durban

$1,418

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
JNB	La Mercy	July 12 to July 13	$193
JNB	Cape Town	July 10 to July 12	$238
CPT	Johannesburg	July 10 to July 12	$261
JNB	Gqeberha	July 11 to July 13	$268
CPT	Gqeberha	July 10 to July 14	$280
JNB	George	July 10 to July 19	$282
CPT	Johannesburg	July 10 to July 12	$459
FCO	Johannesburg	July 10 to July 15	$691
LGW	Johannesburg	July 12 to July 26	$877
LHR	Johannesburg	July 10 to July 17	$909
LHR	Cape Town	July 10 to July 17	$1,224
LHR	Cape Town	July 10 to July 17	$1,224
LHR	La Mercy	July 11 to July 16	$1,509
LHR	La Mercy	July 11 to July 16	$1,509
EWR	Cape Town	July 12 to July 16	$1,628

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

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Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Adjoining BP Service & Filling Station Cape Town Western Cape

$53 nightly

$61 total

Jul 11 - Jul 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,078 reviews)

"It does what it says on the tin and is a good stop over after a long travel day. Road lodges need to source better beds and find some way of soundproofing their rooms. It might also be worth reminding people staying over that they are not the only people in the hotel and inside voices should maybe ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Road Lodge Gqeberha

Boardwalk Casino and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape

Stay at this hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (481 reviews)

"I wish hotels would be honest and let you know upfront that they are having renovations done! And then be mindful about placing guests as far from the work as possible rather than right on top of it. Road lodges also seem to have made it their mission to find the hardest most uncomfortable beds but ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng

$154 nightly

$179 total

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,997 reviews)

"We always enjoy our stay at the City Lodge in the Joburg airport! Convenient, clean, and comfortable!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

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The Commodore Hotel

Portswood Road, Portswood Square Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$163 nightly

$189 total

Jul 22 - Jul 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)

"staff resepson not good Adel"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top South Africa Apartment Hotels

Apartments at Mandela Rhodes Place

Corner of Wale and Burg Streets, / Cape Town WC

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Long Street and Cape ...

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Circa On The Square Hotel

14 Jetty Street, Roggebaai Cape Town Western Cape

$190 nightly

$219 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)

"Needs renovation"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Cape Royale Luxury Suites

47 Main Road, Green Point Cape Town Western Cape

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cape Town Stadium and Long Street are ...

9/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)

"The couch, carpet and chair in the lounge were filthy. The place also smelled like it was standing closed for months. We kept the door open constantly for fresh air. The bathrooms can also do with extractor fans. Coffee machine missing, as well as docking station, but there was a used (dirty) espresso ..."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2020

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36 Lower Long Street, Foreshore Cape Town Western Cape

Stay at this apartment in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located ...

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng

$154 nightly

$179 total

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,997 reviews)

"We always enjoy our stay at the City Lodge in the Joburg airport! Convenient, clean, and comfortable!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$119 nightly

$137 total

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,633 reviews)

"Easy access from the airport with frequent, convenient airport shuttles. Great breakfast selection and friendly bar/lounge."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$398 nightly

$457 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (692 reviews)

"Amazing stay. Will surely come in summers. Winters is NOT ideal for this resort"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

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Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$167 nightly

$192 total

Jul 25 - Jul 26

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

"We loved the Taj! Dreaming of coming back!"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in South Africa

The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort, Pilanesberg Moses Kotane North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$145 nightly

$167 total

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

7.8/10 Good! (876 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

"Sun city Cabanas far exceeded our expectations. Great value for money with a superb buffet, cooked breakfast included. Rooms were nice and grounds immaculate. Activities available were very good and just a walk around golf course on paths was beautiful. Dorah at concierge before and during visit ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesburg National Park Pilanesberg National Park North West

$391 nightly

$450 total

Jul 16 - Jul 17

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this lodge in Bojanala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The ...

9/10 Wonderful! (676 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, kids club, playground, cribs

Travelers say...

"This place was amazing! The staff was so friendly and recognized me every time I came to eat. I felt safe walking alone even at night. The food was amazing, the spa staff was great, the rooms were beautiful. The game day drives were unbelievable. I loved this place and have to say this was vacation ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

R24 - Rustenburg/Krugersdorp Road Rustenburg North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$87 nightly

$102 total

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Total with taxes and fees

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$398 nightly

$457 total

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (692 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

"Amazing stay. Will surely come in summers. Winters is NOT ideal for this resort"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass

5 people

South Africa

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You will find that Orbitz is a very low cost, yet very effective travel planner. Free updates via your mobile phone device will help to keep you and all relevant parties informed of important flight updates. With access to unbeatable sales on all travel essentials, Orbitz makes booking an affordable flight to South Africa a breeze.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Take a look at the deals from the 24 airlines that offer flights to South Africa. Whether you'd love to live it up in the pointy end of the plane or save money in economy, there'll be a seat for you. Jet off to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) with one of these top carriers:

Airlink - 647 flights to South Africa per month
Safair - 141 flights to South Africa per month
Fastjet Zimbabwe - 140 flights to South Africa per month

How much is a flight to South Africa?

Travelers from near and far landed round-trip flight bargains ranging between $117 and $1,628 this week. Flying in from Johannesburg (JNB)? The best one-way prices started at just $59.

How to book the cheapest flight to South Africa?

With some of the most incredible flight deals around, you'll always jet for less with Orbitz. The following hints and tips will help you score cheap flights to South Africa — and leave you with more cash to splash:

Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to increase your savings. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
If you're flexible with when you take off, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. You'll see the flight deals for the days before and after your chosen departure. Fares often vary depending on the day of the week.
You can also hit the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd like to fly.
If you've sorted your travel dates, don't waste time booking your flight. Airfares usually increase as the departure date nears.
Consider bundling your hotels, flights and car rentals with Orbitz — the more you book, the more you save.
Don't travel during the busy season if possible. By steering clear of summer and school vacations, you can save loads on your airfares.

What is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

If you can, book your flights to South Africa in January. This is the best month to score low airfares, closely followed by February and August. With a little organizing, you're guaranteed to find a cheap flight with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to South Africa?

Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase fares to South Africa. The vacation of your dreams starts with an incredible flight deal!

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to South Africa?

According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to kick off your vacation on a Monday to score cheap flights to South Africa. Next most affordable day? Tuesday. Saturday costs the most. So, leave early in the week if you want to score a wallet-friendly fare and stretch your travel budget.

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

We won't keep you guessing — based on Orbitz data, August is generally the cheapest month to fly. Perfect for those who want a weekend getaway or just an escape from it all before the weather turns. Be aware that the costliest time to fly is in the middle of summer, with fares at their highest in June.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

We know that plans change and flexibility is important. That's why you can search for flights that have free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Simply click on "Filter by flexible change policies" and we'll find you fares with more flexibility than candy on a dashboard in summer!

What do I need for the flight to South Africa?

Any lengthy flight can seem daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't solve. We've put together our top tips and tricks to ensure your journey is as stress-free as possible:

In all cases you'll need to show proof of identification. How much? This depends on which airport you fly from. When booking your flight tickets, we suggest to put down the same name, birth date and gender as indicated on your government-issued ID.
If you're jetting directly to South Africa, chances are you'll be airborne for quite some time. Bring enough snacks and things to keep you occupied. Now is a terrific time to get stuck into that book you haven't read yet!
Long-haul voyages are known to get very cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you'd rather not shiver in your seat, pack a warm layer and some thick socks.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to South Africa?

Smart travelers have a knack for finding business or first-class airfares to South Africa without the eye-watering price tag. Take their lead with these helpful tips:

Flexibility is essential. By being open to a range of travel dates, you'll have more chances of finding a deal on business or first-class airfares.
Low-cost airlines offer first or business-class seats at a fraction of the normal price. Give the full-service carriers a miss and fly with one these cheaper options.
Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat up the front. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a rewards program.

What is the best time to go to South Africa?

August, September and October are the most popular months to visit South Africa. If an average daily high of 65 ºF sounds attractive, purchase your seats for the beginning of summer — December 1. Many vacationers favor this time of year for its warmer weather. In the evening, the average temperature drops to 50 ºF.

Travel tips for South Africa

The possibilities for a great time in South Africa are almost endless — and Market is just one place you'll find it. Book a car rental, work out how to get to this popular attraction and then hit the highway!
Cape Town offers lots of incredible experiences and is a wonderful place to kick off your trip. Whether your scene is art, cafés, restaurants or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

$59 Cheap flights to South Africa

Top places to visit in South Africa

Cape Town

Cheap flights to South Africa from $59 One Way, $117 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic South Africa Accommodation Deals

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Gqeberha

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

The Commodore Hotel

Our Top South Africa Apartment Hotels

Apartments at Mandela Rhodes Place

Circa On The Square Hotel

Cape Royale Luxury Suites

Icon Luxury Apartments

Score Epic South Africa Accommodation Deals

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Taj Cape Town

Family Friendly Hotels in South Africa

The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort

Bakubung Bush Lodge

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

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Midsize

SUV

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